Solving Simple Equations (A)

Mrs. Moore's class is trying to earn money for a trip to the science museum, but how much more do they need? Solve this problem with your own class as they develop their ability to model real-life situations algebraically. As an added...

Young scholars determine how to write equations to solve two-step word problems using addition or subtraction. In this word problem lesson, students review number facts and problem solving steps. They apply the problem solving steps as...

Young mathematicians solve 12 equations, determine operations performed and solve 2 test prep questions. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.

How do you solve a problem when a symbol or letter is used in place of a missing number? Build algebraic reasoning and problem solving skills with this presentation that explains three methods for finding a missing variable. The guess...

Show your class all the hard work you have put into their lesson by showing this PowerPoint presentation. They will not only be proud of you, but it will help them solve multiplication and division word problems using the algorithms.

Introduce your class to solving one-step equations. In this short video, Sal walks through the process of solving simple equations. He solves the problem and then shows how to check the answer by completing the inverse operation.

A Cyberchase clip shows Hacker creating a game show that uses a variable to find out how much power is produced by a gleamer bug. Follow the video with a lesson about using variables to solve equations. Terrific handouts and assessments...

Watch video clips titled, "Frog Hops Part I" and "Frog Hops Part II," then discuss patterns demonstrated in the videos. Learners will complete an algebraic expressions and equations handout and discuss the answers. They will be able to...

Solving algebraic equations can be a breeze when you know the right steps to follow. This video takes a simple equation and breaks it down into manageable chunks. Watching the process described in this manner should make this concept...

Find a missing angle by writing an equation. The lesson starts with a quick vocabulary review and a descriptive definition of angles. Learners are presented with a real-world problem which requires them to determine a missing angle in...